The Living Room: Nov 1

This week on The Living Room Barry Du Bois uncovers the work that goes into making the Melbourne Cup trophy, Miguel Maestre creates cup-day canapes.

Renovations with Barry du Bois: Making the Melbourne Cup
Barry uncovers how the Melbourne Cup is transformed from tiny gold flecks into the shining symbol of Australian horse racing. For those involved in making it – from the miners who dig the gold to the spinner who shapes it – it’s a lot of pressure, with the end result needing accuracy within a tenth of a millimetre.

Travel with Chris Brown: Buzzy Horse
Chris meets Macy, a 16-year-old thoroughbred with an unique issue, which has baffled vets for years. The Hunter Valley mare has endured a high-pitched noise which appears to come from inside her ear – the ringing can be clearly heard while standing next to her. Can Dr. Chris get to the bottom of this peculiar condition?

Food with Miguel Maestre: Melbourne Cup Canapes
Come race day, revellers across Australia will be scrambling for a drink and canapé . To make sure you impress your friends and family at your Melbourne Cup party, Miguel has three canapés that are quick, easy and delicious.

7:30pm Friday on 10.